A major water line near Newport's water plant was damaged, leading to water service disruptions. Newport Utilities restored service and advised residents on water use post-repair. Schools closed early to reduce demand on the water system.

The "Come to Bethlehem: A Living Nativity" event will be held on December 15 in Downtown Kingsport, with road closures from 3 pm for traffic management.

Knoxville is installing 17 retractable bollards on Union Avenue and Market Street to improve pedestrian safety and aesthetics during events, replacing bulky barricades for efficiency.

Groundbreaking marks constructing a new $11.5 million clubhouse at Tanasi Golf Course in Tellico Village, replacing the one lost to a 2022 fire.

McGhee Tyson Airport has closed its surface lot to start the construction of an expanded parking garage, expecting to finish by early 2027 and offer 3,500 extra spots.

Knoxville Area Transit offers free rides on Election Day to encourage voting and improve access to polling stations.

I-26 in Unicoi County restricts oversized vehicles over 10 feet wide due to potential damage to bridge curbing between mile markers 39 and 40; standard-sized trucks are allowed.

One lane in each direction of I-26 in Unicoi County, TN, reopens after repairs from Hurricane Helene's damage, with continued limitations for oversize loads and exit closures.

A Newport railroad trestle collapsed into the Pigeon River, causing road closures and further delays in Norfolk Southern railway repairs after Hurricane Helene. The timeline for railway reopening is anticipated for late January.

Upcoming bridge repairs on I-75 South in Loudon County prompt lane closure and potential traffic delays; TDOT advises caution and checking routes in advance.

Driver Services locations in East Tennessee will close for one day for tech upgrades, including new credentialing equipment and self-service kiosks, as per the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security.

East Tennessee's railway network is to remain closed for months due to extensive flood damage from Hurricane Helene, impacting transportation and local businesses.

Construction begins Oct. 15 on South Roan Street in Johnson City, with lane closures from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and expected delays. Work concludes on Oct. 25.